Psychiatric Liaison

careers-communitymedical; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay after 8h

Free continuing education & certs (BLS

ACLS & PALS

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation from day 1

403(b) retirement plan 8% match

Free parking and EV charging

On-site dining options

Job summary

Community Medical Centers in Fresno/Clovis CA is seeking a Psychiatric Liaison to coordinate safe admissions, transfers, referrals and more for patients in psychiatric crisis. You will serve as a bridge to the community and respond to law enforcement and families to support patient safety.

As the only Level I Trauma Center between Los Angeles and Sacramento, you will grow in your specialty with a supportive leadership team and contribute to high-quality psychiatric care in a diverse community.

Qualifications

• 2 years of Behavioral Health experience required (if qualifying as an RN)
• Master's/Graduate degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Mental Health or related field
• Nursing degree (Associate's/Bachelor's) required for RN pathway

Responsibilities

• Lead assessments and coordinate safe admission, transfer, referral and more for psychiatric patients
• Serve as a liaison to the community and respond to law enforcement, friends, families and others
• Coordinate care to ensure patient safety and appropriate disposition
• Grow expertise in the specialty alongside a supportive leadership team

Skills

Behavioral Health

Education

MSW / MFT / Counseling / Psychology

Nursing degree

Job description

Overview

*All positions are located in Fresno/Clovis CA*

Opportunities for you!

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes
• Time and a half after 8 hrs + weekend and night differential (call pay for procedural areas).
• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships
• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% matching contributions
• Free parking and electric charging
• Great food options with on-demand ordering

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.

Responsibilities

You love what you do, now love where you do it.

We are looking for a Psychiatric Liaison to join our dynamic team! In your role, you will have the opportunity to lead assessments and coordinate the safe admission, transfer, referral and more with our patient population. Using your expertise, you will serve as a liaison to the community and respond to law enforcement, friends, families, and others in order to serve patients who are experiencing a psychiatric emergency.

As the only Level I Trauma Center between Los Angeles and Sacramento, you will have the opportunity to grow in your specialty alongside a supportive leadership team.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• 2 years of Behavioral Health experience required (if qualifying as an RN)
• One of the following is required:
  • Master's Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Mental Health or related field
  • Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Licenses and Certifications

• FCDBH-5150 - Fresno County 5150 Cert required within 90 days of hire or transfer into position
• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
• One of the following is required:
  • LCSW - State of California Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • LMFT - State of California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
  • LPCC - State of California Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • RN - Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California

Disclaimers

Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change. If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.